Starting with the electronic pop 2 minute tune and prelude “Changes Everything”, complete with loops and synth, Laura’s captivating vocals break through, as we hear the honest and vulnerable words across electronics, that ‘…I believe You are and this changes everything…’, which is as overt as Laura can be first up, as we delve into the holiness and sovereignty of God, which changes our outlook on life. The next track “The Love Inside”, led by inspiring synth and poignant keys, is a slower paced worship ballad, as Laura passionately sings about God’s love and how ‘….the love inside of You, is so pure, so right, it fills all heaven with its light…’. With the track building from a soft melody to an epic worship anthem full of guitars (especially in the bridge where Laura unequivocally declares her praises for Jesus; it’s clear that this song, though simple in lyrics, serves as Laura’s own platform to worship Jesus with all that she is. Let us hope and pray that this song can be our platform as we lift Jesus’ name high as well!

A mid tempo piano and synth led worship anthem, the catchy and upbeat “Lift Up Your Head” was inspired by Laura’s friend suffering from chronic back pain, and the song is reassurance and hope to those who need it, as we are reminded that though our situations and circumstances may not be ideal now, that God is always faithful and He is always working in our lives, that everything in our lives can be used for His glory and our good. Positive and buoyant, this song is one of my favourites, as I hear the song played with light acoustics and Laura’s distinct and powerful vocals.

The nonlinear free verse “Beautiful Heart” is next, written for a singer friend suffering from a vocal injury, with the piano led ballad a tribute for us to worship in the face of adversity, and as a call for us to stand up to the enemy and claim our lives for Jesus instead of him. With plenty of musical elements (piano song transitioning to pop anthem and back again), Laura is such a brilliant artist who knows what she wants to say and how she wants to say it. Similarly, the contemplative and reverent piano led track “Song Of Destiny”, sung from God’s perspective, allows us to be broken and vulnerable to a God who reminds us that He will carry our burdens for us, and Laura tackles the voice of God with such professionalism, aplomb and grace.

“He Shall Reign (Son Of David)”, a worship anthem, is led by keys at the start, but later on features a full band with many instruments being introduced, to create an album highlight, and reminding us how anointed by the Holy Spirit Laura is in her worship leading. Singing about how God will reign on earth forevermore, this simple track speaks volumes, and embodies the essence of the Christian faith quite nicely. While the acoustic guitar driven “King Jesus”, complete with electronics, gang vocals, hand claps and a pulsating bass line, has Laura venture into the genre of rap and gospel, something that she’s never done before musically; her versatility in genre surprise me greatly, as Laura nails the verses, as I gain a new level of respect for this unique album so far. With the song written in light of human trafficking, Laura clings onto the truth and promise that ‘…there’s a Man who’s seated on a throne and He’s coming back to bring forth justice…’, and this song is a vibrant, fresh representation of that eternal truth. Catchy and worth many of repeat listens, this song opens the second half of the album with a bang!

The last few melodies take a more subdue, reflective and completive turn, but are nonetheless all poignant and impacting. The acoustic guitar and keys led “I Feel His Love”, transitioning into a slower paced jazz/soul/gospel melody, is a testimony like track, where Laura emphatically cries out the explosive verses, about her certainties of the Christian faith, highlighting to us that God’s love ‘…goes deeper than the pain that I feel, His love is stronger than depression and fear…’. On the contrary, “Got Something Going On” is a contemplative ballad about her love for her husband Jonas, and this catchy melody reminds us that we always must pray for our spouse or future spouse, and always choosing to be with that special someone, through thick and thin, asking God for help and guidance always.

While “Brilliant Light” is a simple yet effective piano led tune, a worship song that has us praising along with Laura as she asks God to be filled with His brilliant light, with his joy, love, peace and Everything; this soft yet moving track segues nicely into the album closer “Cover Me”. A heavenly moment of praise, as Laura ardently and fervently asks God to cover us with His love, and under the shadow of His wings (obviously metaphorical); we are reminded that He is faithful and He is for us, a reassurance that brings us hope and meaning in this life. Well done Laura for reminding us through these wonderful collections of songs about Jesus’ unending love, and how we ought to respond to what He has done for us.

2 thoughts on “Laura Hackett Park – Love Will Have Its Day”

Is there a word that sounds more beautiful than the word “beautiful”? I’d use it to describe this album. The lyrics are very real and relatable. I love this album so much. I never imagined I’d feel this way.
My favorite tracks are Changes Everything, The Love Inside, Beautiful Heart, Song of Destiny and I Can Feel His Love(this song is going to be on repeat on my music player for some time : ) )
Finally, I’d say you’ve done a good job in your review of this album Josh.